James Bond News Weekly Roundup: August 20
By David Pegram
The big news this week, of course, was Daniel Craig’s own announcement that he will be returning as James Bond. But what else has been happening in the world of Bond? Let’s look back at the week that was, with an “eye on” the week ahead.
Headlines
After his announcement regarding his return,
Daniel Craig has also reportedly said that he
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Winter is Coming
will be cutting back on the stunt work. This may be yet another tabloid rumor. We shall see.
Birthdays
Sean Connery will be celebrating his 87th birthday on August 25th. Connery, of course, starred as James Bond in six official Bond films, as well as the non-Eon produced Never Say Never Again. Connery has been something of a recluse since retiring his final film, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, in 2003.
Other birthdays this week:
August 21
Lindy Hemming, costume designer on five films, including Goldeneye and Casino Royale.
August 22
Toshiro Suga (Chang), Moonraker
Rick Yune (Zao), Die Another Day
August 26
Akiko Wakabayashi (Aki), You Only Live Twice
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